Puri Rath Yatra Festival – 2023
Duration :- 06 Night / 07 Days (Dates – 17th June to 22nd Jun 2023)
Destination Covered:- Bhubaneswar, Puri, Konark
OVER VIEW
The Rathyatra is a spectacular Chariot festival at Puri which attracts millions of Pilgrims every year, is truly the festival of deviation and harmony. The Grand procession of the deities marks the annual sojourn of patron Gods Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra & sister Subhadra. Huge wooden chariots are built for this occasion and physically pulled through the grand road by thousand of devotees. Empire India Tours trying its best to make you Experience this spectacular festival of Odisha.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Be witness of Bhubaneswar temple city
- Explore the Heritage influance of Puri culture
- Enjoy gotipua cultural dance
- Witness Jagannath Ratha yatra the grand festival of Odisha
- Visit the legendary Konark Sun temple
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 01: 17th Jun 2023 – Bhubaneswar-Puri
Arrival at Bhubaneswar railway station/airport, meet our representative and transfer to Puri. Bhubaneswar is the capital city of Odisha and home to several ancient temples. Be witness of this splendid workmanship of the kalingan artesian.
Further drive to Heerapur village to visit the unique Yogini temple. Then transfer to Puri for the night stay in a decent hotel.
Day 02: 18th Jun – Puri
Puri is one of the most holy place in india. Explore this sacred city by rickshaw, covering the medieval by lanes, ancient water tanks, cremation place, living beach market, small shrines and the majestic views of the jagannath temple. Proceed to Raghurajpur craft village to meet the artist and painter and their fascinating art form. Enjoy the cultural dance in this village which is associate with Jagarnnath temple cultur.
Day 03: 19th Jun – Puri
Wake up in the morning and enjoy the leisurely walk along the beach of Puri. In the afternoon walk to the grand road to witness the final preparation completed chariots are ready to carry the lords and covered with bright appliqué canopies. Then visit the various monasteries to see the pilgrim activities. Back to the hotel and enjoy the typical dinner.
Day 04: 20th Jun – Puri
Today witness the colorful Rath yatra festival on the grand road. Thousands, thousands pilgrims from Different part of India and abroad congregate here to witness the grand festival of Lord Jagannath with his brother Balabhadra and sister Subhadra riding on the chariot. You will jostle among the crowds to feel the spirit of the devotees. Then you will be seating on a roof top to safely observe the colourful celebration.
Day 05: 21st Jun – Puri
After this wonderful experience from yesterday event, free morning to relax. If desire take an ayurvedic massage from an expert. Afternoon excursion to Konark to witness the UNESCO World heritage Sun temple. Wait for the illumination in the early evening and witness the superb stone art of this majestic temple. Drive back to Puri and overnight stay. Enjoy the dinner in a garden restaurant.
Day 06: 22nd Jun – Departure
Morning check out at 8 a.m and transfer to airport/railway station for your onward destination.
Note: Tour price depends on Number of pax, type of transport, type of hotel.
This is just a suggested itinerary indicative of what could be possible. Empire India Tours.com tailor holidays for your specific needs. Contact us if you want modifications so that we could tailor a holiday to suit your need for an unforgettable India tour.
This tour can be extended to other part of Odisha, Kolkata or to your suggested places. Tour Price – Depends on number of pax, hotel standard and type of car.
Inclusions:
- 5 nights in a clean and decent hotel at Puri
- All the breakfast and two special dinner
- Private car for all the transfers and day excursions
- Rickshaw ride in puri
- Private rooftop seating for Rathayatra festival
- Local dedicated guide
- Gotipua dance at the craft village
- Service tax
Not Included: Any personal expenses, air ticket, hard and soft drinks, room services, any major meal .
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